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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1970
Page
2
The Progress reports a strong vote against rezoning for high rise buildings in Scottsdale 352 to 34. Readers expressed views urging the Council to survey and act, with plans to call a public referendum if action stalls. The piece notes alignment with the STEP Committee and emphasizes preserving the city's relaxed character.
A local resident Mrs Wayne Smith defies bureaucratic delays to warning drivers about a school crossing near Poliute School. Frustrated by the lack of signs and speed limits, she improvised two signs on her car and alerted officials, prompting promises of action to improve crosswalk marking.
Chicago interviews with 56 voters on the Northwest Side show strong Stevenson support among lower middle income whites yet underline fears over crime and campus unrest. Voters favor Nixon on law and order while linking Stevenson to his father, complicating the Illinois Senate race strategy.
A satirical concept outlines a wildly impractical dream car with four doors, internal windshield wipers, automatic seat belts, running boards, and high interior space. Features mockingly include explosives for signatures, self parking tricks, a speed limit ticketing system for widows and orphans, and riotous anti police rhetoric.
Editorials from Milwaukee Chicago New York and Jamestown react to the University of Wisconsin bombing. Call for federal control of explosives stricter penalties and traceable origins. Editors urge extraordinary measures to curb terror while noting civil liberties concerns.
The article portrays Oregon Senator Mark Hatfield facing a likely tough 1972 primary as GOP factions oppose his anti administration stance. It notes heavy party pressure, possible reelection challenges, and rumors of Hatfield considering non political offers while maintaining his Senate role.
A letter from a Scottsdale resident urges replacing local representatives who fail to hear the public’s opposition to tall buildings and overcrowding. The writer criticizes current officials and calls for leadership changes for the town’s welfare.
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